A Unique Day Trip To Norfolk In Nebraska Is A Must-Do
By Delana Lefevers|Published January 05, 2021
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Delana Lefevers
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As a lifelong Nebraskan, Delana loves discovering the many hidden treasures of her state. She has worked as a writer and editor since 2007. Delana's work has been featured on more than a dozen websites and in Nebraska Life Magazine.
Looking for somewhere small to visit but with plenty to do? We think a day trip to Norfolk, Nebraska, is in order. This small-but-mighty city has so much to do and see that we can’t pack it all into just one article. Read on to see what makes this Madison County city so special.
Here’s a pro tip for first-time visitors: Nebraskans pronounce the name of this town “Nor-fork,” not “Nor-folk.” European settlers wanted to name the town after its location on the north fork of the Elkhorn River, and thus it was named North Fork. But when the town’s name was registered at the federal level, it was mistakenly recorded as Norfolk instead. Being the steadfast people that we are, Nebraskans have never let go of the original name or its pronunciation.
Have you ever visited this one-of-a-kind city in Nebraska? Leave us a comment to tell us about your very favorite places in Norfolk. If you’re ever passing through and feel yourself in need of a sweet treat, visit Tastee Treet, a Norfolk institution since 1949.
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